TECHNICAL DESIGNER - Women's and Men's Sleepwear

Winston Resources, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Winston Resources, LLC in NYC is seeking a senior technical designer for sleepwear, intimates, or soft apparel. Lead fit sessions, measure samples, and prepare tech packs while partnering with Design to maintain aesthetics and feasibility.

The role requires 5-7 years of experience and deep knowledge of garment construction, fabric performance, patternmaking, and PLM tools. The position offers benefits including 401k and a NYC-based work environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of technical design experience in sleepwear or soft apparel.
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fabric performance, patternmaking, and grading.
• Ability to fit on live models and provide direction to patternmakers and vendors.
• Proficiency in PLM systems, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead fit sessions and provide detailed fit comments for pattern adjustments.
• Measure samples for accuracy, review balance and proportion, ensure alignment with brand standards.
• Prepare and maintain detailed tech packs with measurement specs and construction details.
• Collaborate with Design to balance aesthetics with production feasibility and cost.

Skills

Garment construction

Fabric performance

Patternmaking

Grading

PLM systems

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Participate in and lead fit sessions, providing detailed fit comments and recommendations for pattern and construction adjustments
• Measure samples for accuracy, review pattern balance and proportion, and ensure alignment with brand fit standards
• Prepare and maintain detailed tech packs, including measurement specs, construction details, and fit comments
• Partner with Design to ensure the original aesthetic vision is achieved while maintaining production feasibility and cost effectiveness
• Communicate daily with overseas offices and vendor partners to resolve fit, pattern, and construction issues promptly.
• Track sample progress, manage approvals, and ensure adherence to the Product Lifecycle Calendar and key development deadlines
• Maintain consistency across the Sleepwear category through the application of standard blocks, grade rules, and fit intent.
• Support continuous process improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline technical and communication workflows
• Stay current on fabric performance, sleepwear materials (including brushed knits, wovens, and stretch fabrics), and construction techniques relevant to comfort and durability

Requirements:

• 5-7 years of technical design experience in women’s or men’s sleepwear, intimates, or soft apparel required
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fabric performance, patternmaking, and grading
• Proven ability to fit on live models and provide clear, actionable direction to patternmakers and vendors
• Proficiency in PLM systems, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Office Suite

NYC firm base 70-95k benefits/ 401k